Mini Crescent Roll Hot Dogs Also known as Pigs in a Blanket, these Mini Crescent Roll Hot Dogs are a great little appetizer you can serve at a party or get together. This would also make a fun kid-friendly meal or snack. Serve these rolls with a variety of traditional hot dog dipping sauces, such…
Spicy Ranch Dressing
Spicy Ranch Dressing Ranch dressing is known for being creamy, refreshing, and slightly tangy. This spicy version adds just enough heat to make it even more interesting. This spicy ranch dressing is the perfect complement to salads, and a variety of appetizers. Serve it along side dishes such as: Raw vegetables such as carrots, celery,…
Lemon Crepes
Lemon Crepes Crepes have always been one of my favorite things. Some of my best memories are of my mother making crepes. She would make a variety of flavors and styles, both sweet and savory. I have inherited a love for trying out different flavors. These lemon crepes have a bright, slightly tangy flavor profile….
Bacon and Potato Chowder
Bacon and Potato Chowder This satisfying Bacon and Potato Chowder is comfort food in a bowl. The soup packed with potatoes, corn, and vegetables in a rich and cheesy broth. This soup is so filling, it can be a meal on its own. A good side dish would be some cheddar biscuits. Ingredients for…
Soft Ground Beef Tacos
Soft Ground Beef Tacos These soft ground beef tacos have seasoned ground beef, soft flour tortillas, plenty of shredded cheese, and lots of tasty toppings. They are a great appetizer or light meat. You can make this into a more filling meal with a generous serving of my Enchilada Rice. Ingredients For the Ground Beef…
Fried Ground Beef Tacos
Fried Ground Beef Tacos Are you ready for Taco Tuesday? These Fried Ground Beef Tacos have seasoned ground beef, lightly crispy taco shells, shredded cheese, and lots of tasty toppings. They are a great appetizer or light meat. You can make this into a more filling meal with a good serving of my Buttered Corn. …
Key Lime Pie
Key Lime Pie This Key Lime Pie recipe has a balance of tartness and sweetness. It is creamy without being too dense. The History Florida’s State Pie While the origin story of what constitutes an authentic pie is a hotly debated topic, it is generally agreed upon that the pie originated in the Key West…
Quesadilla with Corn Tortilla
Quesadilla with Corn Tortilla The quesadilla with corn tortilla is not your typical quesadilla. It has some of the characteristics of a taco. The corn in the tortilla gives it an extra crunchiness when it cooks in the oil. The traditional quesadilla is made with flour tortillas. This is the kind of quick and easy…
Buttered Corn
Buttered Corn Buttered corn is one of the easiest side dishes you can make. This buttered corn is savory and sweet. You’ll enjoy it next to a variety of dishes, such as a Rib Eye Steak or some Chicken Enchiladas Rojas. It would also go great with BBQ, such as BBQ Ribs in the Oven,…
Sausage and Mushroom Quiche
Sausage and Mushroom Quiche Quiches are the quintessential brunch menu item. This sausage and Mushroom Quiche has a rich, delicious custardy filling with eggs, cream, cheddar cheese and gruyere cheese. It’s a perfect item to take to your next potluck, along with my Bacon and Mushroom Quiche. Both are super quick and easy to make…
Lazy Chicken Parmesan
Lazy Chicken Parmesan This is not your traditional chicken parmigiana. This Lazy Chicken Parmesan has all the flavors of the traditional chicken parmigiana, without the hassle of deep frying each chicken breast. In many ways it’s better than the original version because it’s more tender, and has fewer calories. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon…
Chicken and Sour Cream Enchiladas
Chicken and Sour Cream Enchiladas One of my very favorite menu items at El Torito Restaurant is their Chicken and Sour Cream Enchiladas. I’ve been searching and searching for a similar recipe with no luck. Most of the recipes I found have diced green chilies, or an enormous amount of sour cream…enough sour cream to…